Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astrophysics
Scientific paper
Nov 1982
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1982apj...262..388k&link_type=abstract
Astrophysical Journal, Part 1, vol. 262, Nov. 1, 1982, p. 388-395.
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Astrophysics
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Atmospheric Composition, Atmospheric Models, Infrared Spectra, Jupiter Atmosphere, Troposphere, Abundance, Ammonia, Atmospheric Temperature, High Resolution, Methane, Phosphorus Compounds
Scientific paper
High-resolution spectra of the 1100-1200/cm region of the central part of Jupiter obtained in March 1980 and April 1981 are analyzed. The best fit NH3 distribution curve reveals a higher than solar mixing ratio, the abundance of NH3 to that of H2 being (3.3 + or - 1.7) x 10 to the -4th, below the 147 K layer (greater than 0.6 atmosphere). If NH3 ice particles are introduced as an opacity source, the NH3 mixing ratio below the 147 K layer can be lowered, but the fit is worse than that given by the model that excludes NH3 ice particles. The best fit PH3 distribution curve exhibits a PH3/H2 mixing ratio of (8.3 + or - 2.0) x 10 to the -7th in the troposphere. In addition, a CH4/H2 mixing ratio of (2.5 + or - 0.4) x 10 to the -3rd is found in the troposphere.
Kim Jai Sam
Knacke Roger F.
Ridgway Stephen T.
Tokunaga Alan T.
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